University of Minnesota Duluth

Duluth, MN

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University of Minnesota Duluth - Duluth, MN

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Culture and scholarship on the shores of Lake Superior

Public Urban Lakefront Coastal Bulldogs Public Transportation

Just a few blocks inland from the shore of Lake Superior, the University of Minnesota Duluth is a key player in the culture of the state’s great port city. The rigorous academic standards and top-notch educational and research opportunities have earned UMD recognition as one of the top public schools in the Midwest, with the engineering program in particular garnering high praise of its own. Most of the major university buildings are connected to each other by a network of concourses, allowing you to get around the campus comfortably even during Minnesota’s punishing winters.

With Duluth being a major port city, a college town, and a popular tourist destination, there’s plenty to keep you occupied in your down time. While the university sits in a mostly residential area, Chester Park is close by, providing an excellent area to ride a bike, go for a run, or just enjoy the fresh air. The Downtown Waterfront area is alive with activity every night of the week, with classic college bars like Rex and Sir Benedict’s and popular eateries like Uncle Loui’s catering to the university crowd.

The neighborhoods surrounding UMD are full of great rental options, from efficiency apartments to single-family homes, ensuring that you can find the perfect living arrangements for your budget and lifestyle. The area just south of campus next to Chester Park offers the closest walking access to the main university buildings, but Duluth’s bus service makes it easy to live farther out without having to drive.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Duluth, MN is $1,015 for a studio, $1,309 for one bedroom, $1,660 for two bedrooms, and $2,332 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Duluth has increased by 4.3% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 435 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,015/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 673 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,309/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 976 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,660/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,205 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,332/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

52

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

34

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

49

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Lester Park Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

575 Students

9
out of 10

Congdon Park Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

452 Students

9
out of 10

Homecroft Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

402 Students

8
out of 10

Pike Lake Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

280 Students

8
out of 10

Bay View Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

588 Students

7
out of 10

Ordean East Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

989 Students

7
out of 10

Lincoln Park Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

524 Students

2
out of 10

Special Ed. N.P.

Public

Grades PK-12

Rating Unavailable

Duluth Esy

Public

Grades 1-12

Rating Unavailable

East Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,494 Students

8
out of 10

Denfeld Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

940 Students

4
out of 10

The Bridge

Public

Grades 12

15 Students

Rating Unavailable

Special Ed. N.P.

Public

Grades PK-12

Rating Unavailable

Duluth Esy

Public

Grades 1-12

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Chester Bowl
  • Hartley Nature Center
  • Duluth Children's Museum
  • North Shore Scenic Railroad
  • Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center

Airports

  • Duluth International

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